I’m late to the party on getting Kitschy Coo’s Lady Skater Dress sewn up. They say “Better late than never.” I could not agree more when it comes to this pattern. What took me so long?!!! There are so many cute versions of this dress out there. The pattern was part of the Best Patterns of 2014 on Sewing Patterns.com and there are over 75 reviews of this dress.
Kitschy Coo is a company based in the UK that sells patterns as well as fabric. The pattern is a PDF download available on their website. This dress is so flattering. I love the scoop of the neckline and the flare of the skirt. I find the dress cute without out being too cutesy.
The knit is a stylized houndstooth purchased at Tissus Mode de L’Orme in Granby, QC. It was part of my fabric haul purchased in summer 2015. Anyone who has read my blog in the past knows that I load up on fabric from this store every time I’m in the area visiting friends and family.
This pattern was a pleasure to sew. It comes together in no time. The directions are very well written. There is a set of detailed instructions with images for beginners and a set of basic instructions for “experienced garment makers / general bad*sses” as noted on the pattern. The only changes I made were to add a 1/2 inch to the bodice at the waist and 2 1/2 inches to the skirt. I’m 5’7″ and based on what I was seeing on others I figured it was going to be a little short for me. I’m glad I added the extra length.
This dress will be on heavy rotation in my closet. It is fun and I feel good in it. Watch for more Lady Skater dresses in my sewing future.
I love your dress! It looks so chic and elegant – I didnt know it but I need a black and white print Lady Skater!
Thank you Hila! I think everyone can use a black and white Lady Skater 😉
Such a lovely dress!☺
Thank you Regina.
Another winner!!! Love!
Thank you Almeda.
Very cute dress and it looks fantastic on you.
Thank you Lori.
Lovely!
Thank you Irene.
It looks quite sleek on you. How did you treat the neck edge? It doesn’t look like you used a contrasting band. I love your blog!
Thank you Nancy. The pattern includes a pattern pieces for the neck binding. I cut it in the same fabric as the dress.
I love Kitschy Coo, she is so creative and funny. I found her blog last year and spent days going back to the start and reading it all – very interesting and inspiring, as it was not all fun and giggles for her, but she persevered and succeeded in a field which is very challenging to do so while keeping an amazing sense of humor. Your version looks fantastic on you, with your perfect figure, beautiful face, and grooming, as well as your great sewing and fabric choosing skills!
Thank you Randi. I enjoyed Kitschy Coo’s website as well.
Such a cute dress!
Thank you Jennifer.